The upcoming summit between the Republic of Korea and Central Asian nations marks a transition from sectoral cooperation to high-level strategic decision-making. This shift reflects the evolving nature of Central Asia, which has developed greater regional cohesion and institutionalized political dialogue. For Seoul, the partnership is essential for securing resilient supply chains and diversifying production networks. Rather than focusing solely on resource extraction, the collaboration emphasizes technology transfer, industrial diversification, and capacity building. Uzbekistan, under President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, serves as a central actor in this process, having fostered significant bilateral trade and investment growth with Korea. With a young, expanding population and rising economic connectivity, Central Asia is increasingly recognized as a vital growth market. The summit signifies a mutual commitment to long-term strategic engagement, leveraging Korea's technological expertise to support the economic development and modernization of Central Asian states.
Source : Gazeta.uz
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Aussi couvert par : The Korea Herald
Aussi couvert par : The Korea Herald
Aussi couvert par : The Astana Times
